Certificate II in Automotive Technology Studies

(Mechanical Pre-Apprenticeship)

This VET program:

• provides participants with the knowledge and skills to achieve competencies that will enhance their employment prospects in the automotive or automotive-related industries.
• enables participants to gain a recognised credential and to make informed choices relating to vocation and career paths.

Sample Modules (Units 1 - 4)

• Job seeking skills
• Carry out industry research
• Apply safe work practices
• Operate electrical test equipment
• Recharge batteries
• Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
• Dismantle and assemble transmission, manual
• Remove and replace wheel and tyre assemblies
• Remove and replace cylinder head
• Dismantle and assemble carburetor
• Dismantle and assemble 4-stroke multi-cylinder engine
• Dismantle and assemble fuel pump
• Remove and replace radiator
• Remove and replace clutch assembly
• Remove and replace suspension, front springs
• Construct basic electronic circuits

Future Pathways

• Certificate III in Automotive (Electrical)
• Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical (Automatic Transmission)
• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
• Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology (Light Vehicle)
• Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical (Motor Cycle)
• Certificate III in Automotive (Vehicle Body - Panel Beating)

Future Career Opportunities

• Light vehicle motor mechanic
• Vehicle service person